Bucky Sinister

I first read Bucky Sinister's Charles Bukowski-esque, slacker style of poetry in the mid 90's. I cannot offer any meaningful literary criticism here. However, I like reading Bucky Sinster's poems when I was coming of age (in the 90's.) And, like most people, I am attached to memories of my youth.

What did I like about Bucky when I was a teenager? His best faculty is his very colorful imagination, when it comes to his own misery and alcoholism. I was attracted to his sparkling depictions of show more failure and alienation.

Fast Forward; for the next decade, I had no idea what Bucky Sinister actually looked or sounded like. Then, in 2005, I met Bucky when he was on a spoken word (reading from his own books) tour. I was absolutely delighted to revisit his poetry. I was also really delighted to spend time (one-on-one) with him.

In person, his voice is nasal and urgent. His voice is cartoonish, at times. His persistent brand of humor became apparent, while I listened to him reading his own poetry. This was interesting because there were parts of Bucky's poetry that I filtered through a sentimental lens (when I read it quietly, in solitude.) My somber reading of his poetry was a stark contrast from his own self-effacing tone. Instead of maudlin feelings, Bucky made me feel like, "Whoa, that's supposed to be a joke?! "

Bucky Sinister has a special spot in my heart.

Check out the poems "Shine" and "12 Bowls of Glass." show less

Get Up
A 12 Step Guide to Recovery For Misfits, Freaks & Weirdos
by Bucky Sinister

I love this book because it tells the truth. I found in these 169 pages a level of refreshing honesty and sharing that just blew me away. I learned many years ago the value of one addict helping another and the author brought that home again in spades. This amazing book based on the 12 step recovery model is a must read for the human race, cause nowadays everyone seems to be addicted to one thing or the other.

I show more am pleased to see a guide of this caliber because there are so many who just get left behind when it comes to cookie cutter recovery,or the one size fits all approach. Through this author's eyes I could see myself and through his tried and true suggestions and insights I was able to grow just that little bit closer to enlightenment. I would recommend this book to those seeking a constructive and valuable tool especially tailored for those who keep falling through the spiritual cracks. Thanks Bucky, all I can say is I GET IT.

Love & Light,

Riki Frahmann show less

well done, Bucky! I enjoyed it although some of the body horror made it not the easiest reading. I live right in the area you describe, and the observations about the brunching hordes are hilarious. The poor marble victims, less so. Good job!

If the front cover didn't clue you in, the author is someone whose chip on the shoulder has become a permanent growth, something like a second head. Despite minor grammatical errors and occasional sloppiness of style, I think this book has a lot of merit. It's going to appeal mostly to the younger recovery crowd who feel conspicuous in traditional 12 steps programs, those of us who rebel for the pleasure of it. He is an atheist so he might be hard to connect with for people of all faith. show more He's also not a hand-holder. The support he offers his readers is akin to the rough hand up and punch on the shoulder that you'll get in a mosh pit, but it suits his target audience. This book is helpful for people who are ready to recover, but not wear penny loafers and khaki pants and part their hair down the middle. Personally, I think the guy still has some anger issues to contend with and will possibly mellow further with age, but I would recommend this book to people who wanted to take the first step towards recovery from addiction. I did gain a few helpful insights from the book. The chapters dealing with the creative personality and the persona of dysfunction and addiction that is often linked together was particularly worth reading. show less